Liverpool or Glasgow to host Eurovision 2023
It's now down to the final two
Liverpool is today a massive step closer to being awarded the ultimate “douze points” of being the host city for Eurovision 2023 – as the BBC get closer to making their mind up.
Following official presentations by shortlisted host cities last week, the host broadcaster has today confirmed that Liverpool and Glasgow have now made it through to the final stages of the bidding process.
Following the difficult decision to find an alternative home for the 2023 competition due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, Liverpool stepped forward and offered to stage the event in solidarity with, and in tribute to Ukraine and its people.
Liverpool City Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority have been working with partners across the city region to produce a detailed bid, outlining why Liverpool could – and should – host the biggest song competition in the world.
As part of the process, judges have looked at venues, transport links, funding and past experience of hosting major events – and with Liverpool and Glasgow both designated UNESCO Cities of Music, there’s still all to play for!
A final decision on who is hosting Eurovision 2023 is expected very soon.